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AR HR1078

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/4/2023

Primary Sponsor

Keith Brooks

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proclaims April as Autism Acceptance Month in the State of Arkansas
  • Establishes that the first National Autism Awareness Month was declared by the Autism Society in April 1972
  • Notes that autism affects 1 in every 36 children in the United States and is a lifelong developmental disability with no single known cause
  • Promotes shifting the narrative from "awareness to acceptance" to help autistic people feel supported throughout their lives
  • Recognizes Autism Acceptance Month as an event that promotes inclusion and acceptance of people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Legislative Description

To Proclaim The Month Of April As Autism Acceptance Month In Arkansas.

Last Action

READ AND ADOPTED.

4/4/2023

Full Bill Text

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